Easy Trader Joe's Broccoli Fusilli Pasta Bake
Description
Easy Trader Joe’s Broccoli Fusilli Pasta Bake is a creamy, cheesy casserole with broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 32 ounces fusilli, huge pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets, or 1 head
- ¼ cup heavy cream, add more if needed
- ¼ cup milk, add more if needed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, or butter
- 2 tablespoons garlic
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 8.5 ounces Sundried Tomatoes
- ½ tablespoon grated parmesan cheese, adjust to taste
- 2 pieces burrata cheese
- 1/2 cup basil, optional
Instructions
- Gently blanch the 2 cups broccoli florets in lightly salted water for 2–3 minutes, then immediately transfer to cold water to stop cooking and keep the bright green color. Drain and purée the broccoli with ¼ cup heavy cream and ¼ cup milk, then set aside.
- In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oilbutter, or a combination of both. Sauté the chopped 2 tablespoons garlic briefly, then stir in the broccoli and cream mixture, seasoning with ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder.
- Add the cooked 32 ounces fusilli, 8.5 ounces Sundried Tomatoes, and ½ tablespoon grated parmesan cheese, allowing the mixture to simmer until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and fold in fresh 1/2 cup basil
- Transfer the pasta to your air fryer basket and top with 2 pieces burrata cheese, letting it melt for a few minutes.
- Finish with a drizzle of olive oil for extra richness and flavor. (optional)
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 844kcalCarbohydrates: 141gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 464mgPotassium: 1851mgFiber: 11gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 1126IUVitamin C: 44mgCalcium: 154mgIron: 6mg